Stroke is a medical condition that occurs when there is damage to the brain due to interruption to its blood supply. When a person has stroke, he will notice certain symptoms which include paralysis, slurred speech, trouble speaking or understanding others, loss of balance, trouble walking, seizures, and sudden behavioral changes....CONTINUE READING
Transient ischaemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke, and ischemic stroke, are the three main types of stroke that can occur in the human body.
According to the medical facts found in an article written by Kimberly Holland in Health line, here are 7 things that can make you develop stroke.
1. Constant smoking of tobacco
Tobacco contains nicotine, a chemical compound which can raise the blood pressure. Therefore, when you smoke tobacco regularly, it will increase your risk of developing stroke especially when you are getting old.
2. Excessive consumption of alcohol
When you have a habit of drinking too much alcohol, it can make you develop stroke in your body. Alcohol causes toxicity in your body thereby raising your blood pressure and triglycerides levels. This will cause plaque buildup in your arteries and that can narrow your blood vessels.
3. Unbalanced diets
When you eat unbalanced diet regularly, it will increase your risk of developing stroke. Certain diets that are high in trans fat, cholesterol, salts and saturated fats, can make you have stroke.
4. Lack of exercise
When you are inactive and do not engage in physical activities, it can increase your risk of having stroke. Therefore you need to exercise your body regularly to stay healthy and prevent the occurrence of stroke.
5. Health conditions
When you have certain untreated health conditions in your body, it can increase your risk of developing stroke. Underlying health conditions that can make you develop stroke include diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disorders.
6. Family history
When you have family members who have had stroke, it can increase your risk of developing stroke as your advance in age.
7. Advancement in age
When you are getting old, you will an increased risk of developing stroke.
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